Amazing and Extraordinary Facts: Wales takes you on an absorbing journey around Wales to unearth the adventures, inventions, legends, firsts and birthplaces that have shaped the unique history of Wales. From the ancient mines of the Great Orme to the Severn crossing, the tsunami of the 1600s to the Turlough Lake, from bog snorkelling to Tom Jones' phone box, this intriguing compendium of facts and stories will give you a captivating insight into the Land of Song and the ideas and events that have shaped the individual identity of this remarkable country. Brief, accessible and entertaining pieces on a wide variety of subjects makes it the perfect book to dip in to. The amazing and extraordinary facts series presents interesting, surprising and little-known facts and stories about a wide range of topics which are guaranteed to inform, absorb and entertain in equal measure.

With the customary wit, charm and invention, Alex Quick walks the reader through 102 summery activities, ranging from the simple to the more challenging; the familiar to the exotic.

Discover all about the machines used in space with this interactive guide, which includes everything you will need and full, step-by-step instructions to build nine different space machines with working parts. With a pegboard and 50 sturdy, colourful machine pieces plus plastic nuts and bolts, this is the perfect, hands-on introduction to budding engineers and fans of space everywhere. Kit includes: 24-page paperback book, pegboard and sturdy card pieces, plastic nuts and bolts.

With his customary wit, charm and invention, Alex Quick walks the reader through 102 springtime activities, ranging from the simple to the more challenging; the familiar to the exotic.

This book is intended for a young person or young adult who needs some encouragement to find their way in life, especially after this pandemic. The receiver of this book might lack self-belief, but all they need is a nudge to guide them to think more positively about themselves. 'Search for the Pearl Inside Yourself'- is a motivational little book with quotations, ideas and thought-provoking mind tasks to help them to let go of those things which are holding them back, to find a more fulfilling direction and to discover the pearl inside themselves.

Learn to forage in the hedgerows like the herbalists of the past As many of us look for ways to live a more planet-friendly lifestyle, the sustainable and ethical art of foraging offers us a way to connect with the world around us. It is a practice rich in tradition and steeped in history, and one that links us to our past and our future. This foraging companion is designed to be taken with you on your adventures into the hedgerows, forests and woodland all year round. Helpfully arranged by season, this book includes clear photographs to aid plant identification, ideas on how best to prepare and preserve your finds, fascinating foraging and plant folklore, and handy pages to make your own notes and drawings. Additional features: Paperback and lightweight (approx. 330g) design, to allow you to take the book with you while foraging A month-by-month foraging calendar Advice on foraging etiquette and tips for creating a forager's toolkit This is the essential guide to enjoying the bountiful delights of the hedgerows.

Die gebede en beloftes uit die Skrif sal ouers lei wanneer hulle hul baba se lewe in die liefdevolle hande van die Here wil oorgee. Dit sal ouers lei om spesifiek en met verwagting te bid vir God se sorg, beskerming en seën in hulle kleinding se lewe.

Gebede vir my seuntjie bied 40 kosbare gebede wat ouers oor hulle kleinding kan bid.

Die gebede en beloftes uit die Skrif sal ouers lei wanneer hulle hul baba se lewe in die liefdevolle hande van die Here wil oorgee. Dit sal ouers lei om spesifiek en met verwagting te bid vir God se sorg, beskerming en seën in hulle kleinding se lewe.

From the best-selling author of The Hedgerow Apothecary Learn how to make the most of your common garden plants like the herbalists of the past Unlock the sustainable and ethical art of the apothecarist, and explore its rich folklore and history. Discover the hidden delights in your own garden and how to use them to make delicious edible treats, herbal cures and restorative beauty products. With photographs to help you safely identify edible plants and tips on how best to prepare and preserve your finds, this is the essential guide to enjoying the home-grown riches of your garden. Enjoy the therapeutic delights of the plants to be found in your own garden with easy-to-follow recipes. Heal dry hands with calendula balm Encourage restful sleep with cherry moon milk Get creative with a vivid blue ink made from cornflowers Try a borage infusion for tired eyes Soothe itchy skin with herbal bath tea Bake a delicious nettle and lemon sponge cake Freshen up with a rosemary mouthwash Enjoy a cool glass of red clover lemonade And much more!

Exploring some of the world's eeriest places, Abandoned Islands features American civil war forts, Europe's last leper colony and South Atlantic whaling stations, along with once grand mansions and colonial settlements and churches, and much more. Arranged geographically, the book takes us from New York's East River to islands off Alaska, from a French Napoleonic-era fort off the coast of Normandy to deserted villages on remote Scottish isles, from Venetian sanatoria to Croatian penal colonies, Japanese mining colonies to Sudanese deserted ports and abandoned atolls in the Indian Ocean. Leafing through these pages, the reasons for abandonment are revealed: climate change sealing off fresh water or river channels, shifting economic forces making life too hard, religious conflict, or wars disrupting daily life - or the absence of war rendering a military settlement unnecessary. With more than 180 outstanding colour photographs and fascinating captions, Abandoned Islands is a brilliant pictorial exploration of lost worlds.

"Two people are better off than one, for they can help each other succeed.  If one person falls, the other can reach out and help... two can stand back-to-back and conquer." Ecclesiastes 4:9-12

This timeless wedding guest book is elegantly designed as the perfect keepsake for a couple on their wedding day. Couples can reminisce about their special day as they are reminded of the many friends and family that attend their big day. As part of our Mr & Mrs collection, this guest book can be combined with other items to make a lovely gift basket for a wedding shower.

The LuxLeather cover with debossed lace pattern and gold foiled title give this guest book every touch of elegance desired on a wedding day. The cover has a stitched edge with Scripture verse from 1 Peter 1:22 "Love one another deeply, from the heart," on the back. 160 lined pages provides ample space for guest to mark their attendance.  A variety of designs featuring Scripture verses are sprinkled throughout the book. This guest book comes packaged in an acetate gift box for gift giving and safe keeping.

The elegant pen-strokes and visual harmony of Chinese writing, known as hanzi, have long been admired in the west. Classical Chinese calligraphy is a popular and valuable art form, and with the increasing economic and cultural power of China, its writing is becoming more widely appreciated and understood. In particular, the deep layers of history and symbolism which exist behind even the most everyday character have a strong appeal to those seeking understanding from an alternative philosophy. Chinese Characters: The Art of Hanzi features the most interesting of the three to four thousand characters are needed to write modern Chinese. Characters expressing concepts such as love, peace, respect and happiness are reproduced in a large format, enabling the reader to trace, scan or photocopy them for transfer to any other medium. Alongside the character is an accessible and inspiring explanation of how the character developed, what the particular strokes symbolize, and its various different meanings.

Take a moment to unwind with this activity book, packed with calming puzzles, breathing exercises and colouring pages The wonderful thing about mindfulness is there are so many ways to practise it, and it's no surprise that colouring and puzzle-solving have become favourite relaxation techniques for many. Filled with suitably soothing activities designed to focus your attention and free your mind of worry, this book contains 177 therapeutic puzzles, as well as breathing exercises, colouring pages and positive mantras to help you find your zen. Discover crosswords, mazes, word searches, dot-to-dots and much more, each providing the perfect break from your day-to-day hassles. And it's not just stress relief - solving puzzles is also believed to improve your memory, increase productivity and boost your mood. If you've had a long day, The Mindfulness Activity Book may be just what you need to wind down, allowing you to become fully absorbed in the present moment.

Charming keepsake boxed set for your baby's moments and milestones includes a baby book for photos and journaling, stickers for scrapbooking, 13 monthly photo markers, and storage box for mementos. Personalize the cover with a photo of your baby, and use helpful prompts to write about birthdays, firsts, family, feelings, and more. Monthly entries for the first year, then pages for the years two and three. This Boho, rainbow-themed baby book is perfect for your little girl. A must have for any expecting parents. It's a perfect gift for a pregnancy announcement or baby shower.

• Box set includes Concealed spiral 64-page keepsake book with die-cut cover, storage pocket, and two glassine envelopes for storing mementos, 1 foil sticker sheet you can write on, 2 paper sticker sheets you can write on (350 stickers total), 13 die-cut milestone photo cards, and storage box
• Beautifully crafted keepsake box makes for a great way to store all your special mementos from photos to footprints.
• Pages include helpful prompts for writing about your baby's trip home from the hospital, their first steps, first birthday, baby gifts and more.

Learn to forage in the hedgerows like the herbalists of the past with this best-selling beginner's guide. For centuries our ancestors looked to nature not just for food, but also for healing. To this day, our ancient hedgerows, woodlands and forests are still full of remedies - and they're waiting to be discovered. This is the essential guide to enjoying the bountiful delights of the natural world. Learn how to make delicious preserves, healing balms, soothing toddies and cures for colds with nature's jewels such as rose hips, elderberries and mugwort. You will also find: Photographs to help you safely identify edible plants Advice on what is available in each season Guidance on how best to prepare and preserve your finds The fascinating folklore and history of foraging Every walk is an opportunity to learn, identify a new plant, gather something to eat and reconnect with nature - so dive in to begin your foraging adventure.

Strategy is the craft of a warrior - Miyamoto Musashi Written around 1645, Miyamoto Musashi's Five Rings is a classic Japanese work on mastery in swordsmanship, leadership and conflict. Musashi was a swordsman, philosopher and strategist, and today his work remains of influence not only in the realm of martial arts but in the business world, too. Musashi's no-nonsense approach to the martial arts and combat includes eliminating technical flourishes, understanding that technique should simply be understood as defeating your opponent, and appreciating that the same qualities apply in both small- scale and large-scale conflicts. Repeatedly, he stresses the importance of learning through practice, rather than merely reading about them. Produced using beautiful traditional Chinese bookbinding techniques, Five Rings Illustrated is presented in an exquisite illustrated edition with a brand new modern translation.

Wee EnnuiUnbeknownst to their parents and caregivers, today's babies have become disillusioned with the predictable and uninspired world around them. Their honest observations and opinions on life haven't been heard (since these babes can't talk!),until now. So Bjoered reveals what they are really thinking. Featuring more than 75 full-colour photographs of adorable tots paired with irreverent captions from the babies themselves, this amusing collection provides tons of laughs and new insight into the minds of our sweet little pumpkins- who are sometimes sarcastic, often judgmental, and always wise beyond their months!

It's time to start changing your life The universe is ready to give you what you want, if you're willing to make the right moves. Whether you dream of improving your health, career, finances or love life, the powerful practice of manifestation may just hold the key. This beginner's guide is here to explain what manifesting is, how it works, and the simple steps you can take to get started. Based on the law of attraction and the principle of visualization, the core methods and techniques in this book will help you identify and progress towards your goals, and maintain the momentum once you get going. Bring your aspirations into being and cultivate positive energy in all areas of your life by embracing and absorbing these insights: - Learn what manifestation is and isn't, and how it calls for your commitment - Discover the history of manifestation, how it has evolved and why it's become so popular - Find out how to tailor manifestation practices to land a dream job, find your soulmate or nurture your physical well-being - Understand the value of the concepts of intention, vibration and visualization - Grasp the meanings and methods behind common manifesting phrases such as "ask, believe, receive" and "ask the universe"

The ultimate adult colouring book, bursting with hilariously rude language. When the pressure's on, lessen your stress and let your creativity loose - along with a volley of swear words! The calming patterns and intricate designs in this colouring book are adorned with amusing obscenities to keep your hands busy, your mind occupied and your feet on the f*cking ground. Colour the cr*p out of it!

Expand your mind as you lighten your load! Make use of those dull moments on the lavatory by teaching yourself how a starfish eats a clam, how to say "Hello" in every European language and what the dot over an "i" is called. Covering all types of trivia, from science and natural history to the different types of moustache, this little book contains enough fascinating facts to keep you learning throughout the year. You will pick up impressive knowledge and remarkable wisdom such as: The capital cities of every country The major bones in the human body The longest word you can spell using only the top row of letters on a keyboard The inventor of sticky tape The world's oceans and seas How bees make honey And much, much more. A superb addition to anyone's bathroom library, this book could help you win at your next quiz or at least give you a bunch of fun facts to spout when you're out and about. "Taking a dump just got a lot more interesting" Crapping Quarterly

When Falstaff calls upon the sky to rain potatoes in The Merry Wives of Windsor, he is highlighting the late sixteenth-century belief that the exotic vegetable, recently introduced to England from the Americas, was an aphrodisiac. In Romeo and Juliet, Lady Capulet calls for quinces to make pies for the marriage feast of her daughter. This fruit was traditionally connected with weddings and fertility, as echoed by John Gerard in his herbal where he also explained that eating quinces would 'bring forth wise children, and of good understanding'. Taking fifty quotations centring on flowers, herbs, fruit and vegetables, Margaret Willes gives these botanical references their social context to provide an intriguing and original focus on daily life in Tudor and Jacobean England, looking in particular at medicine, cookery, gardening and folklore traditions. Exquisitely illustrated with unique hand-painted engravings from the Bodleian Library's copy of John Gerard's herbal of 1597, this book marries the beauty of Shakespeare's lines with charming contemporary renderings of the plants he described so vividly.